Best Schools in Wentworth, North Carolina
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
Choosing a school in Wentworth?
Use this page to compare every school in Wentworth by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wentworth Elementary
Elementary · Rockingham County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rockingham Co Early College High
High · Rockingham County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rockingham County High
High · Rockingham County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wentworth for 2026 are Wentworth Elementary (7.3/10), Rockingham Co Early College High (6.7/10), and Rockingham County High (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Wentworth schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Wentworth
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wentworth Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Rockingham Co Early College High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Rockingham County High | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
33% of schools rated 7+
How Wentworth compares
North Carolina rank
#64 of 255
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above North Carolina avg (6.3)
Schools in this city
3
Rockingham County Schools runs Wentworth's public schools
3 public schools. Rockingham County Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Wentworth is a Rockingham County Schools school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.0 to 7.3 — the spread is inside Wentworth, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Wentworth, North Carolina
Wentworth, North Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Wentworth show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Wentworth is Wentworth Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wentworth is served by 1 school district: Rockingham County Schools. These districts collectively serve 11,379 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 329 students · 9th–UG | 6.7 |
| 2 | 899 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Wentworth
Wentworth, North Carolina · 3 schools
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Common questions about schools in Wentworth, North Carolina
How many schools are in Wentworth, North Carolina?
Wentworth has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wentworth, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wentworth is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Wentworth, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Wentworth on MySchoolScout is Wentworth Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wentworth, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wentworth on MySchoolScout is Wentworth Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Wentworth, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Wentworth on MySchoolScout is Rockingham Co Early College High with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Wentworth, North Carolina?
Wentworth is served by 1 school district: Rockingham County Schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wentworth, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wentworth is 21.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wentworth, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.